1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, both 1957 DKW F 93 and 1957 Fiat 1200 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW F 93 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | F 93 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |